News from January 2016
Couple sues Best Western after they were allegedly exposed to carbon monoxide
HARRISBURG – A couple is suing Best Western over claims that they were allegedly exposed to carbon monoxide poisoning while staying at the hotel.
Former employee sues HMP Communications over claims she was fired because of her disabilities
PHILADELPHIA – A Sellersville woman is suing her former employer claiming that she was terminated because of her disabilities.
Apple American Group sues Ohio contractor over allegations of negligence
PITTSBURGH – Apple American Group, owners of the Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar franchises, is suing an Ohio contractor after the defendant purportedly was negligent in the completion of a project.
Man sues Dart Container over allegations of FMLA violation, retaliation
HARRISBURG – A man is suing his employer after he was allegedly terminated from his job of nearly 30 years, claiming it was due to taking medical leave.
Man sues Amtrak alleging negligence over claims he was injured in accident
PHILADELPHIA – A man is accusing Amtrak of negligence after an accident in Philadelphia last year that allegedly left him injured.
Aetna medical benefits case remanded to Montgomery County
A lawsuit filed by a Newtown Square couple against Aetna Insurance to recoup damages for uncovered medical services has been sent back to state court.
Greek trading group's motion to transfer vessel negligence suit to N.J. federal court denied
A Pennsylvania federal court has denied a motion from a Greek trading corporation to transfer a maritime negligence damages case filed against it to New Jersey federal court.
Court dismisses claims of man mistaken for twin during arrest
A federal court has dismissed a man’s claims against the City of Philadelphia for alleged failure to properly train the police officers who arrested him and a corrections officer who imprisoned him, in an apparent case of mistaken identity.
Third Circuit affirms dismissal of conspiracy claim against judge and fellow defendants
Third Circuit affirms dismissal of conspiracy claim against judge and fellow defendants
Philadelphia court official granted constitutional immunity from inmate's civil rights suit
A Philadelphia Municipal Court official has been granted immunity and dismissed from a civil rights suit brought by a city inmate.
Advance Auto Parts granted summary judgment in former employee's discrimination suit
A federal court granted summary judgment to Advance Auto Parts on Monday, in a race discrimination case filed against it by a former employee of Hispanic descent.
Federal judge says restaurateur adequately pled violations of RICO Act by supply company
A restaurant supply company’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit against it alleging violations of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act and various state law fraud claims has failed.
Pittsburgh's paid sick leave law ruled unenforceable
Last month, a judge in Allegheny County struck down a Pittsburgh law that required employers to pay their employees a mandated amount of sick leave.
Recent wave of Pittsburgh disabilities lawsuits threatens company websites
A growing number of plaintiffs have filed lawsuits, particularly in the Pittsburgh federal court, against companies with websites they claim violate the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Southern Polymer Inc. sues buyer over breached contract allegations
PITTSBURGH – Southern Polymer Inc. is suing a buyer over allegations that the defendant breached its contract.
Photographer sues McGraw-Hill Education alleging copyright infringement
PHILADELPHIA – A photographer is suing McGraw-Hill Education Holdings LLC alleging violation of copyright.
Woman sues Celtic Healthcare after she was allegedly discriminated against due to health concerns
HARRISBURG – A woman is suing her employer claiming she was disciplined as a result of her medical conditions.
Employees sue Eaglevillle Hospital alleging violations of FLSA, PMWA
PHILADELPHIA – A group of employees are suing the Eagleville Hospital claiming that they routinely worked overtime and during their lunch breaks without being compensated.
School district sued by former teacher over disability discrimination allegations
SCRANTON – A Spring Grove teacher is suing the School District of the City of York alleging that he was discriminated against because he is disabled.
Technomark Life Sciences sued over breach of contract allegations
PHILADELPHIA – A company in the United Kingdom is suing over claims the defendants failed to deliver the services it was paid for.